Kwesi Joseph
Executive MBA and Geologist | Urban Agriculture, Soil Health, Climate Projects | Cross-Sector Program Builder
- Role
- Urban Gardens Specialist at Cornell Cooperative Extension
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kwesi Joseph
I am an Executive MBA graduate and Urban Gardens Specialist who builds practical, research-informed projects that improve soil health, expand access to local food, and connect climate science with communities.My work focuses on nutrient recycling and enhancement using cover crops, compost, rock dust, and biochar to strengthen soils, increase plant nutrient density, and support carbon reduction practices in urban environments.Over the past four years, I have helped launch four new gardens and am advancing a Bronx-based biochar initiative that links university research with local production and community training through a train-the-trainer model. I work across universities, city agencies, and community groups to turn strong ideas into real projects that serve neighborhoods and show measurable impact.My approach combines technical depth in geology and soil health with the strategic skills to align partners, raise resources, and turn uncertainty into clear and actionable programs. I have been invited to share this work across major conferences, media platforms, and academic settings, where I translate emerging research into solutions that communities can use today.I work well in cross-sector environments where scientific ideas meet real-world constraints. I am drawn to roles that call for building, convening, and scaling impact across institutions and communities.
Experience
Urban Gardens Specialist
Jun 2021 — Present · Brooklyn, NY, US
Education
Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management
Executive MBA Metro NY, General Management
York College of the City University of New York
Bachelor of Science, Geology
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